Best 6 Turkey Drumstick Dinner Recipes

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**Savor the Succulence of Turkey Drumstick Dinner: A Culinary Journey Through Flavorful Recipes**

Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with turkey drumstick dinner, a versatile dish that offers a symphony of flavors and textures. Embark on a journey through a collection of enticing recipes, each carefully crafted to showcase the natural goodness of turkey drumsticks. From classic roasted turkey drumsticks with crispy skin and tender meat to tantalizing variations infused with herbs, spices, and delectable sauces, this article presents a diverse selection of dishes that cater to every palate. Whether you prefer simple, everyday meals or elaborate feasts for special occasions, our turkey drumstick dinner recipes guarantee a satisfying and memorable dining experience. Get ready to explore a world of culinary delights as you discover the perfect recipe to suit your taste and create a memorable meal that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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These Easy Roasted Turkey Legs are the perfect alternative to roasting an entire turkey! Made with only 3 simple ingredients, this recipe is no fuss, no muss and there's no tricky carving required!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 turkey legs (thighs and drumsticks (4-5 lbs))
¼ cup butter (melted)
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Pat dry the turkey legs with paper towels.
  • Prep Turkey: Whisk the melted butter with the salt, garlic powder and pepper. Generously brush the butter mixture all around the turkey legs.
  • Transfer To Oven: Transfer the turkey legs to a greased baking pan, skin side down and transfer to the preheated oven.
  • Roast: Roast the turkey for 30 minutes, flip the legs so that the skin side is up and roast for another 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the internal temperature of the thighs reaches 170°F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 477 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 55 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 221 mg, Sodium 404 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g

TURKEY DRUMSTICK DINNER



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I discovered this recipe a long time ago and love it since it uses tasty economical turkey drumsticks. Our family and friends enjoy this savory meat and potatoes meal. The flavorful sauce turns plain drumsticks into a feast. -Alice Balliet, Kane, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 turkey drumsticks (12 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 medium onion, sliced
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
4 large potatoes, peeled, quartered and cooked
2 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a Dutch oven, brown drumsticks in batches in oil and butter over medium heat; remove from pan. Add tomatoes, onion, bouillon and seasonings; increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Return turkey to pan, turning to coat with sauce., Cover and bake in oven 2 hours, basting with cooking liquid once or twice. Add potatoes and zucchini. Cover and bake 15-20 minutes or until turkey and zucchini are tender. Remove drumsticks and vegetables to a serving dish and keep warm. , Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into tomato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over drumsticks and vegetables. Top with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 887 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 180mg cholesterol, Sodium 1684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 67g protein.

ROASTED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Of all the turkey recipes I've tried, I like this one best. The tender drumsticks have just a bit of zip.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
2 turkey drumsticks (12 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup red wine or additional chicken broth
5 teaspoons onion soup mix
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour and white pepper. Add drumsticks, one at a time, and shake to coat. In a skillet, brown drumsticks on all sides in oil. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish; set aside. , In a large saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, broth, wine or additional broth, soup mix, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes or until flavors are blended. Add bay leaf. Pour sauce over the drumsticks. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Turn drumsticks; cover and bake 30-40 minutes on each side or until juices run clear and thermometer reads 180°. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 1795mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

ROASTED TURKEY LEGS



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This is a great way to have a small scale turkey dinner anytime of the year. Serve with rice, noodles, or dressing. This recipe can also be increased very easily.

Provided by KERYNE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Legs

Time 2h15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 stalks celery stalks, cut in thirds
3 turkey legs
6 tablespoons butter
salt to taste
½ cup water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Rinse the turkey legs and pat dry.
  • Stand the turkey legs upright (as if the turkey were standing). Press a knife downward into the deep tissue, creating 2 or 3 long pockets. Press a piece of celery into each opening. Pull back the skin on the legs, rub with butter, and season with a little salt. Put the skin back into place, rub with more butter, and season lightly with salt. Lay the legs in a roasting pan.
  • Roast uncovered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the legs are golden brown and the internal temperature is 180 degrees F (82 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Add more water if needed while roasting, and baste occasionally with the juices or butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 239.4 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 73.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 399.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

GRILLED TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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Try something different this Thanksgiving and learn how to grill turkey drumsticks! These smoky, tender turkey drumsticks are easy to make, free up space in the oven and cook in a fraction of the time needed for a whole turkey. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 turkey drumsticks (1-1/2 pounds each)
3 cups soaked apple wood chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Brush drumsticks with butter mixture., Add wood chips to grill according to manufacturer's directions. Place turkey on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat, 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 175°,. Turn drumsticks occasionally throughout cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 181mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 56g protein.

TURKEY DRUMSTICKS



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The aroma of these drumsticks is awesome while cooking! The turkey is so tender, it just falls off the bones.-Sue Draheim

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 turkey drumsticks (12 ounces each)
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup boiling water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place drumsticks in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange onion over drumsticks. Pour tomatoes on top. Combine the water, bouillon, garlic, salt, oregano and basil; pour over onion. Sprinkle with parsley., Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours or until tender and a thermometer reads 180°.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For crispy skin, pat the turkey drumsticks dry before roasting.
  • Season the drumsticks liberally with salt and pepper, and any other desired seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Roast the drumsticks in a preheated oven at 400°F for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Baste the drumsticks with melted butter or olive oil every 20 minutes to keep them moist.
  • Let the drumsticks rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the drumsticks with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Turkey drumsticks are a versatile and affordable cut of meat that can be roasted, grilled, smoked, or fried. They are a great source of protein and nutrients, and they can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a delicious and satisfying turkey drumstick dinner that the whole family will love.

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